Truffle recipes

Scented truffle oil and fresh parmesan make humble parsnips the star in this tasty Christmas canapé

Our twist on arancini balls, filled with the perfect ratio of pasta, cheese, truffle and crumb. Serve these moreish morsels up with cocktails at your next party, they're a crowd-pleaser!

Make these extra-special roasties with parmesan and truffle flavours. They make a great side for Christmas dinner or any other special occasion

Rustle up this healthy vegan celeriac and hazelnut soup as a starter on Christmas Day. Truffle oil adds a bit of luxury, or leave it out for a simple supper on a winter's night

Introduce a little luxury to a creamy chicken and potato gratin by adding truffle. A great comfort dish to serve in winter, or when you want something special

See what all the fuss about truffles is with this indulgent Sunday lunch or special occasion dish

Everyone loves mashed potato – but it’s hardly glamorous, is it? Gordon Ramsay’s version is - and this is the classic creamed potato he serves in his restaurants

Velvety smooth and supremely comforting, this winter soup makes the most of this underrated root, and celebrates any glorious leftover game birds

Give your mash a bit of texture with humble haricot beans and a hint of luxury with an optional splash of truffle oil

Use up leftover roast potatoes on Boxing Day and make luxury potato skins with brie and truffle. The latter is optional, but Christmas is a time to indulge

A drizzle of truffle oil turns mushrooms on toast into an elegant starter, says associate food editor Barney Desmazery

This decadent, savoury take on the classic bread & butter pudding can be served as a vegetarian centrepiece, or an indulgent side dish

Treat your guests to a decadent restaurant-style main course for a third of the price

If a huge turkey seems too much to bear and turkey sandwiches aren't your thing, opt for a crown instead of a whole bird

An easily assembled recipe for a smart vegetarian main course

From Gordon Ramsay's Boxwood Cafè, a stir fry-cum-stew combining duck breasts and seasonal vegetables to perfection

Melting fontina cheese, rich truffle oil and a creamy squash and Parmesan sauce turn these stuffed pasta shells into an indulgent dinner

A luxury porcini and Portobello mushroom lasagne with a sumptuous creamy sauce, and a drizzle of truffle oil if you like

Try this easy roasted celeriac for a stunning veggie main course to serve at a dinner party. Drizzle over truffle oil for added indulgence